A European Defence Agency-managed project to develop a fleet of unmanned ground vehicles has been successfully completed with a final demonstration of a system. The project ARTUS (Autonomous Rough-terrain Transport Unmanned Ground Vehicles Swarm) developed a demonstrator for a small swarm of intelligent and autonomously operating vehicles to support infantry platoons during their missions.

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In a monumental development for Israel's military capabilities, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Nahal Infantry Brigade took delivery of their initial shipment of the highly-anticipated Eitan 8x8 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) vehicles. This significant milestone, announced on May 28, 2023, through a video published by the Israeli Ministry of Defense on Twitter, marks a crucial step forward in the modernization efforts of Israel's ground forces.

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded BAE Systems’ FAST Labs research and development organization a $7 million contract for the Oversight autonomous space-based target custody program.

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For the last two weeks, the Experimentation Branch of the Maneuver Support Battle Lab at Fort Leonard Wood has been putting emerging technology to the test during this year’s Maneuver, Support, Sustainment and Protection Integration eXperiments, commonly referred to as MSSPIX. Melissa Buckley, Fort Leonard Wood Public Affairs Office, reports.

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As undisputably assessed by everybody, our world is undergoing rapid changes characterized by increasing complexity, speed, and technological advancements. While the growing connectivity and digitalization offer numerous benefits, they also bring forth new forms of threats, making our world more unpredictable and unsafe. Hence, to safeguard the security of individuals and societies in the future, it is crucial to overcome technological and intellectual boundaries. Saab's experts diligently analyze past and present military events, connecting them with global trends to extract valuable insights for the future. Their forecasts have played a pivotal role in development work for decades, significantly contributing to the preparedness of troops worldwide against tomorrow's attacks.

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Poland has made significant strides in modernizing its armed forces since joining NATO. The country is now on track to become a dominant military power in Europe. Recent events, such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the deployment of nuclear weapons in Belarus, have prompted Poland to bolster its military capabilities. At the same time, Poland's military modernization program, coupled with its strategic location, has positioned the country as a key player in defending against a potential Russian invasion.

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The press service of the Russian state defense company "Rostec" holding company has announced that the "Zavet-D" automated artillery fire control vehicle, specifically designed for the Russian Airborne Troops (VDV), has entered mass production and will soon be delivered to military units.

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The Chinese Ministry of Defense has announced that the 71st Army Group of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has been equipped with the next-generation PZH-11 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) as well as air defense missiles, command vehicles, and ammunition supply vehicles. These state-of-the-art weapons and systems boast impressive maneuverability, rapid response, and high precision, enabling them to handle diverse operational tasks such as fire assault, support, and blockade across various terrains like plains, plateaus, and deserts.

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According to a video published by the Chinese Ministry of Defense, the 71st Air Defense Brigade of the 71st Group Army of the PLA (People's Liberation Army) has received new military equipment including an improved version of the CS/SA5 Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Gun (SPAAG) based on new 8x8 armored vehicle developed and designed by the Chinese company NORINCO (China North Industries Group Corporation Limited).

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As a driving force in the second quantum revolution, Thales has joined forces with around twenty deep tech, academic and industry partners, as part of the EuroQCI initiative (European Quantum Communication Infrastructure), which aims to deploy a quantum communication infrastructure for EU member states within three years.

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A picture was released on the Facebook account of "Korea Defense Blog" on April 6, 2023, showing for the first time, a South Korean Chunmoo MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System) equipped with two batch II KTSSM (Korea Tactical Surface-to-Surface Missile).

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The German company Rheinmetall has introduced its Light Air Assault Vehicle called Caracal, primarily engineered and created for airborne forces and Special Operations tasks. With its primary focus on airborne and special operations missions, the compact Caracal 4x4 vehicle ensures operators remain nimble and dominant thanks to its speed, low-visibility profile, adaptable protection, and an array of weaponry.

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A type of portable electromagnetic riot gun developed by China recently went through a firing test and displayed traits superior to traditional firearms, including low noise, little muzzle flash and low recoil, Liu Xuanzun reports in Global Times.

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The French Army DGA (Directorate General of Armaments) announced on March 30, 2023, via its Twitter account, the qualification of the SDPMAC (pyrotechnic mine-clearing system for anti-tank mines) mounted on an AMX-30 tank tracked chassis in the VULCAIN version. This version is derived from the upgraded SDPMAC system and incorporates new equipment and enhanced protection.

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Last week, it has been confirmed by North Korea that they launched a Hwasong-17 intercontinental ballistic missile. In this article, we will explain the operational and combat capabilities of this ballistic missile.

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